Construction Inspectors monitor materials, workmanship, and building codes that are critical to a building’s structure. A Construction inspector is responsible for examining buildings to make sure that they conform within building code. Building codes tend to change frequently so inspectors spend a great deal of time keeping up on the latest additions, alterations and removals to the building code to be able to judge buildings to proper standard.
| Length | 5 periods of 1200 hours |
| Benefits for Apprentices | Medical, dental and vision care for worker and dependants after 360 hours worked (initial eligibility) /$1.60 per hour for paid time off from date of hire. |
| Minimum age | 18 |
| Education prerequisites | High School Graduation or GED/Equivalent |
| Physical requirements | Must be physically able to perform the work of the trade |
| Additional requirements | Valid California Driver’s License Applicant must pass a drug test Strong written and verbal communication skills needed. |
| Written or oral entry exams | Yes oral and written exams |
| Subjects studied by Apprentices | California & International Building Codes for: Nuclear Gauge ACI Concrete Fireproofing Structural Masonry Reinforced Concrete Prestressed & Post-Tension Concrete Structural Steel & Bolting Construction Plan Reading Soils Technology |
Contact: Northern California Construction Inspector J.A.C. 1620 South Loop Alameda, CA 94502 Joanie Thornton Apprenticeship Administrator.
Applications: Attend a mandatory one-hour informational orientation outlining the Construction, Inspector educational program, and the apprenticeship application process. Monthly orientations are available – construction inspection apprenticeship
How do new apprentices get their first job? Applicants are placed on a list. When new apprentices are needed, applicants are taken from the top of the list or receive “direct entry” if a selected graduate of an approved pre-apprenticeship program.
Additional information: Northern California Construction Inspector.
